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We Were Jailed Without Trial – Imo NUJ Secretariat Occupants Speak Out

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Four individuals residing in the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Secretariat in Imo State have decried their imprisonment without being given a fair trial. The magistrate court in Owerri ordered their detention, sparking outrage over what they described as a grave injustice. The affected individuals – Oguguom Chinedu, Nduka Samuel, Chima Ogechi, and Nnadi Victory […]

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FULL LIST: Japa, Agbero, Eba, and 17 Other Nigerian Words Now in the Oxford Dictionary

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The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has included 20 Nigerian words and expressions in its latest update, expanding its collection with terms that reflect Nigeria’s culture and language. The new entries feature widely recognized words like japa, agbero, eba, 419, and abi. These terms, which are deeply embedded in Nigeria’s everyday conversations, demonstrate the growing global

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VeryDarkMan Faces Criticism After Alleging ₦180 Million Stolen From NGO Account

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Martins Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has come under scrutiny after claiming that ₦180 million was stolen from his NGO’s account through a hacking incident. The social media commentator made the allegations in an Instagram video posted last Friday. In the video, Otse explained that ₦180 million had been transferred to an unknown account,

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VeryDarkMan Alleges ₦180 Million Stolen from NGO Account After Hack

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Martins Otse, popularly called VeryDarkMan (VDM), has alleged that hackers stole over ₦180 million from his NGO’s account. Otse, a well-known social media personality, shared this shocking development in a video posted on Instagram last Friday. According to Otse, the stolen funds were transferred to an unknown account, leaving the organization struggling to recover. NGO

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Why CBN Set a N100,000 Daily Withdrawal Limit on PoS Terminals

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5 Important Points PoS Operators Must Know About CBN Registration The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a daily withdrawal limit of N100,000 for Point-of-Sales (PoS) terminals. This move is part of efforts to support a cashless economy across the country. According to the CBN, this policy aims to address operational issues, minimize fraud,

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VIDEO: Bovi Speaks Against Beating Children, Reveals Son Broke Three TVs in Anger

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Nigerian comedian and actor, Bovi Ugboma, has shared his parenting philosophy, stressing the need for understanding and empathy rather than physical punishment. During an appearance on The Honest Bunch podcast on Monday, Bovi opened up about his experiences as a father. He recounted incidents where his son, when angry, would throw objects, often leading to

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Wike Cancels Abuja Land Titles of Buhari, Onnoghen, and Akume

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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has nullified the land ownership of prominent Nigerians, including former President Muhammadu Buhari, ex-Chief Justice of Nigeria Walter Onnoghen, and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. This move follows an earlier warning issued by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) in

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Ibadan Funfair Tragedy: Probe Begins as 32 Children Feared Dead

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The Oyo State Police Command has launched an investigation into the reported deaths of 32 children during a stampede at a funfair in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Wednesday. According to eyewitnesses, the stampede occurred when attendees surged to gain entry to the venue. The event was allegedly organized by Prophetess Naomi Shikemi, ex-wife of the

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Stampede: Oyo Children’s Funfair Organisers Arrested – Makinde

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The organisers of a children’s funfair in Ibadan, Oyo State, have been arrested following a tragic stampede on Wednesday at Islamic High School, Basorun, where several people reportedly lost their lives. Governor Seyi Makinde confirmed the arrest in a statement posted on his official X account. He also stated that investigations are ongoing to uncover

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I did not ask anybody to plea for me: Dele Farotimi

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Human rights lawyer and activist, Dele Farotimi, has clarified that he did not request anyone to plead with renowned legal practitioner, Afe Babalola (SAN). Farotimi is currently facing trial in Ekiti State over a defamation lawsuit filed by Afe Babalola. The case revolves around claims made in Farotimi’s book, Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System.

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